Metronidazole Prescribing at FAMILY SURGERY
Antibacterial drugs | Infections
Items (12m)
236
Total Quantity
3,050
NHS Cost
£232
vs National Avg
+259.1%
FAMILY SURGERY prescribed 236 items of Metronidazole over the last 12 months at a cost of £232 to the NHS. This is 259.1% above the national average prescribing rate. Metronidazole is classified under Antibacterial drugs in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jul 2026
15
Jul 2026
14
Jul 2026
13
Jul 2026
17
Jul 2026
21
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
18
Jul 2026
22
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
23
Jul 2026
27
Jul 2026
21
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 236 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 3,050 |
| Total NHS Cost | £232 |
| Presentations | 2 different forms |
| vs National Average | +259.1% |
Metronidazole Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 236 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 66 items |
| Difference | +259.1% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.